Postdoctoral Researcher at Nano-Tomography: Join the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Imaging Beamline P05. Contribute to pioneering research in the field of material science and life science applications using cutting-edge nano-tomography techniques.
Postdoctoral Researcher at P05 Nano-Tomography Endstation
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher – P05 Nano-Tomography Endstation
Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Material Science & Life Science |
| Location | Geesthacht, Germany |
| Application Deadline | January 21, 2026 |
| Employment Type | Full-Time (39 hours/week) |
| Contract Duration | Initially 3 years (with potential extension) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Physics or a related discipline
- Experience in phase contrast or coherent X-ray imaging
- Advanced programming skills in Python or similar high-level languages
- Hands-on experience with instrumentation development
- Excellent oral and written English skills
- Collaborative mindset
Preferred Skills:
- Experience at a synchrotron radiation beamline
- Knowledge of X-ray microscopy techniques, X-ray diffraction, or X-ray fluorescence
- Image processing experience, preferably using machine learning
- Proficiency in German (desirable)
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Researcher, your tasks will include:
- Designing and implementing multimodal imaging concepts at the P05 nanotomography station.
- Developing and adapting existing in-situ nanotomography setups to meet the demands of water-driven materials.
- Supporting users in experiment design before, during, and after beam times.
- Actively acquiring scientific collaborations within the BlueMat Cluster and implementing new sample environments.
- Advancing your own scientific project within the scope of BlueMat while utilizing the collaborative network.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive application, including a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and certificates, indicating the reference number 2025/WP 3. Applications should be sent by email to the designated office or through the provided applicant portal.
Last Date for Apply
January 21, 2026
Join us to be part of one of Europe’s most exciting research initiatives, focusing on sustainable materials inspired by nature’s most powerful resource: water!








